Did you know that in certain circumstances a LCSW(licensed clinical social worker) can complete a Mental Health DBQ? Here’s what the VA’s...

If you have experienced headaches or migraines in or since your time of service, you can file a claim with the possibility of receiving...

Disability claims are on the rise among veterans. Overall, there was an 8% increase in the number of disability claims amongst veterans...

What should veterans do after winning a disability compensation claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs? There are several areas to...

It is not uncommon to hear people ask the question: “Why should I have representation in handling my VA claim?” The answer boils down to...

One of the most contested issues in VA disability claims revolves around the effective date of a disability. Many veterans believe that...

What is lay evidence? One of the most powerful tools to use in building a VA disability claims case is “lay evidence.”  Representatives...

While the VA uses complicated medical terms and specific diagnostic codes you are not required to use the terms or codes in your claim....

A condition is any physical or mental health problem which can be rated for severity and may or may not be compensable by the VA. Through...

When a veteran receives a disability claim rating decision from the VA a rating codesheet is also created for that decision. A VA...